machine operator, metalworking

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products Document work completed Investigate problems to fix or make minor repair Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging to shape or form metal Position and adjust dies on anvil of forging machinery Position heated or cooled metal pieces on die of press or other forging machinery Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions Select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience Lifting device Micrometers Overhead crane Power presses Punch presses Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines Metal forming or shaping operations experience Bending Cutting machine Flattening Forming Metal twisting Additional information Transportation/travel information Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Fast-paced environment Hand-eye co-ordination Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Flexibility Judgement Organized Team player Benefits Health benefits Health care plan Other Benefits Free parking available Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for youths Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

The operator is responsible for shaping and forming metal stock using various machinery, including CNC and forging presses. Key duties include setting up equipment, interpreting specifications, and performing quality checks on finished products.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and between 2 to 3 years of experience in metalworking. The role requires the ability to handle heavy loads up to 23 kg and work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment.

• Health benefits • Health care plan • Free parking

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• Metalworking
• CNC Machine Operation
• Forging
• Welding
• Micrometers
• Overhead Crane Operation
• Power Press Operation
• Punch Press Operation
• Metal Bending
• Metal Cutting
• Metal Forming
• Blueprint Reading
• Equipment Maintenance
• Quality Control
• Heavy Lifting

• Manufacturing
• Trades

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 14, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level